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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑engine turboprop in the light business/utility category, offering the longest practical range of this group at roughly 1,500–1,800 nm depending on payload and reserves, and typically carries about 6–9 passengers in executive layouts (higher in commuter configurations). The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop optimized for speed and owner‑pilot business travel; it generally offers around 1,400–1,700 nm range and usually seats 4–6 passengers plus a pilot. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine utility turboprop aimed at cargo, regional shuttle, and backcountry work; its range is commonly about 900–1,200 nm and it often seats 9–14 passengers depending on configuration. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a light twin‑engine helicopter focused on vertical‑lift missions such as EMS, law enforcement, and short‑haul transport; its range is typically about 300–400 nm with seating commonly around 6–8 occupants including crew.

SpecDaher TBM 960
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 2.25
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBM
Aircraft NameTBM 960
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1730
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908
Standard Cabin Seats4
Direct Operating Cost$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2
Standard Cabin Seats4
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390
Engine
FADECYes
ModelTBM 960
TBO (hrs)3500
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3
Wingspan (ft)42.1
Cabin Width (ft)4
Cabin Height (ft)4.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123